opera gloves

Long formal handwear

Opera gloves are formal women's gloves that extend well past the wrist, typically reaching the elbow or higher.

They're traditionally worn with sleeveless or short-sleeved evening gowns at formal occasions: She pulled on her white opera gloves before entering the ballroom.

The style evokes old Hollywood glamour and is now mostly ceremonial or costume.

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Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G